Cybersource vs Razorpay TokenHQ

Cybersource Global Payment Gateway processes online credit and debit card payments for merchants worldwide. Founded in 1994, it connects to more than 200 acquirers and processors across over 160 countries and territories and accepts payments in more than 50 currencies. Supported methods include credit and debit cards, digital wallets, eWallets, bank transfers, installment payments and direct debit. Merchants can embed secure checkout, redirect customers to a hosted checkout page or use Microform for card entry. Sensitive payment data can bypass the merchant network and be vaulted in secure Visa data centers. Cybersource identifies itself as a certified Level 1 PCI Service Provider. Fraud tools use machine learning and artificial intelligence, with models that can update as market trends change. APIs, SDKs, client libraries, testing guides, sandbox testing and sample code support integration. The gateway lists recurring and marketplace payments and runs on Android, iOS, web and API platforms. Pricing is available on request.

Razorpay TokenHQ replaces card numbers with tokens so businesses can offer customers saved-card checkout. Razorpay connects businesses with card networks and issuers, either as the Token Requestor or as a connecting layer when the business already fills that role. The service works across Mastercard, RuPay, and Visa, and Razorpay says tokens can be used through other payment gateways. Standard Checkout businesses have TokenHQ enabled without integration; Custom Checkout businesses can request it on demand. API-integrated or server-to-server checkout may take 0–3 weeks of integration effort, depending on current integrations and API count. A dashboard lets businesses track and control token requests and create custom reports. Razorpay describes the APIs as suited to high traffic volumes. Saving a card or creating a token requires customer consent and an additional authentication factor. The card-to-token relationship is held in a vault owned by a card network or issuing bank; merchants may retain the last four card digits and issuer name for tracking or analytics. Pricing is on request. The service is available on Android, iOS, web, and API.